Housekeeper

About the role

Contributes to the effective operations of the Encompass Onsite Cleaning Systems Environmental Services department by daily cleaning and supplying of patient rooms, treatment rooms, restrooms, nurseries, nursing stations, lounges, offices, waiting areas, and other areas, as assigned, in accordance with standard policies and procedures. Encompass Onsite House Keepers use cleaning devices, products, supplies and equipment to perform their job. Removes trash and linen from the facility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuums.
• Maintain facility in a sanitary and infection‑free condition through washing, cleaning and replacement of equipment and furnishings.
• Work in damp, dusty and dirty areas; clean up human waste and other body fluids as required.
• Dispose of trash, waste, and other disposable materials.
• Handle various cleaning solvents, chemicals, and comply with OSHA, EPA, State Health Department regulations.
• Follow job assignments; damp dust furniture, light fixtures, windowsills, etc.
• Empty trash containers daily.
• Wet mop floors in all rooms and bathrooms; damp mop corridor floors, lobby, dining areas, and others daily.
• Clean wash basins, mirrors, commodes, and showers.
• Clean all air vents.
• Report any needed repairs immediately to supervisor (e.g., leaky faucets or toilets, loose tile, broken windowpanes, missing nuts or screws).
• Wash windows as scheduled.
• Check entire area for spills, water, etc. periodically.
• Follow instructions on use of germicidal solutions; training provided for solution use.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous housekeeping experience is highly preferred.
• Prior hard‑surface (resilient floor) care experience is a plus, but not required.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.

Physical Demands

This position requires good physical and mental health. The housekeeper will be required to lift, carry, walk, sit, push, pull and work a flexible schedule. Must be able to move continuously during work hours and lift and/or carry 25 to 45 pounds.

Supervision

• General supervision is received from a professional supervisor who confers on difficult problems and reviews completed work for quality.
• Tasks are usually performed under little direct supervision, allowing use of independent judgment.
• No supervision exercised over others.